Jim Kweskin, the octogenarian icon of jug band, jazz, blues and folk music, returns today with Doing Things Right, a vibrant 14-track revue released on Jalopy Records.

Fresh off the release of their genre-blurring live album Collabs: Live at Garcia’s at The Cap, indie-funk duo Twilight Muse sat down with Grateful Web to reflect on the spontaneous jam sessions that sparked the record, their unforgettable collaborations with legends like George Porter Jr., Robert Randolph, and G. Love, and the electric energy of late-night sets at Garcia’s.

Bill Monroe’s Bluegrass Festival, the longest-running bluegrass celebration in the United States, makes its annual return to Bill Monroe’s Music Park & Campground in Bean Blossom, Indiana, from Wednesday, June 11 through Saturday, June 14, 2025. Gates open daily from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., with on-stage performances, camping, workshops, and traditional Southern hospitality nestled in the rolling hills once trod by the Father of Bluegrass himself.

Crucial Reggae Sundays, the free, family-friendly reggae music series, makes its May debut at the historic Bandshell in Golden Gate Park’s Music Concourse. Produced by Illuminate LIVE in partnership with the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department, the series runs every Sunday through mid-November, bringing the island rhythms of Jamaica to San Francisco’s most iconic outdoor venue.

Cole Quest & the City Pickers trace a direct line from Woody Guthrie’s Dust Bowl ballads to the bustling streets of New York City on their richly imagined new album, Homegrown (Jalopy Records, July 18). Led by Woody’s grandson, Cole Quest, this ensemble distills the hearty spirit of folk and bluegrass while carving out its own contemporary voice.

Celebrated music photographer Michael Weintrob is set to host a special benefit event on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at his Nashville studio. The event will showcase his renowned "Instrumenthead" series, featuring portraits of Widespread Panic members, including rare images of the late guitarist Michael Houser.

Joel Timmons celebrated 4/20 in style by releasing a delightfully quirky music video for his infectious jam-rock track, "Turbo." The video, which premiered over the weekend, hilariously stars Joel's charismatic dog, Casper, and an entourage of canine friends acting out a comical recounting of a real-life incident involving Joel, his band, and the Cookeville Police Department in rural Tennessee.

Shoe Fest has announced the highly anticipated first round of artists for its 2025 event, promising an eclectic mix of legendary musicians, rising stars, and beloved returning acts. Scheduled for August 29-31, 2025, at Camp Shaw-Waw-Nas-See in Manteno, Illinois, Shoe Fest offers festival-goers an unforgettable weekend of music, community, and outdoor adventure.

Jam powerhouse Spafford ended their Spring tour with the debut of a brand-new original song titled “High Beams.” The song was debuted at their packed out show this past weekend at Pisgah Brewing Company in scenic Black Mountain, North Carolina.

On Friday, July 11, 2025, the legendary Grateful Dead tribute band Shakedown Street brings its celebrated recreation of the July 13, 1984 Berkeley show to the Boulder Theater. Doors open at 7:00 p.m., with the performance kicking off at 8:00 p.m. General admission tickets—including free admission before 9 p.m.—are on sale now here.